Introduction; Purpose; Scope; Document Control - Garmin GDL 69 Instructions Manual

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE

This document is designed for use by the installing agency of the GDL 69/69A XM Radio Data Link and
optional GRT 10/GRC 10 Wireless Remote System as Instructions for Continued Airworthiness in
response to Federal Aviation regulation (FAR) Part 23.1529, and Part 23 Appendix G. They include
information required by the operator to adequately maintain the GDL 69/69A installed under Approved
Model List (AML) STC SA01487SE-D.

1.2 Scope

This document identifies the Instruction for Continued Airworthiness for the modification of the aircraft for
installation of the Garmin GDL 69/69A XM Satellite Radio and optional GRT 10/GRC 10 Wireless
Remote System. It applies to aircraft altered by this installation.

1.3 Document Control

This document shall be released, archived, and controlled in accordance with Garmin document control
system. When this document is revised, refer to Section 2.15 for information on how to gain FAA
acceptance or approval and how to notify customers of changes.

1.4 Airworthiness Limitations Section

There are no additional Airworthiness Limitations as defined in 14 CFR § 23, Appendix G. G23.4 that
result from this modification. The Airworthiness Limitations section is FAA approved and specifies
maintenance required under §§43.16 and 91.403 of the Federal Aviation Regulations unless an
alternative program has been FAA approved.

1.5 Permission to Use Certain Documents

Permission is granted to any corporation or person applying for approval of a Garmin GDL 69/69A to use
and reference appropriate STC documents to accomplish the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
and show compliance with STC engineering data. This permission does not construe suitability of the
documents. It is the responsibility of the applicant to determine the suitability of the documents for the
ICA.

1.6 Definitions

The following terminology is used within this document:
1) AC: Advisory Circular
2) ACO: Aircraft Certification Office
3) AEG: Aircraft Evaluation Group
4) CFR: Code of Federal Regulations
5) DER: Designated Engineering Representative
6) FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
GDL 69/69A XM Satellite Radio
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
190-00355-00 Rev.E
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